$101,369 - 108,683 (ALA6-8) per annum, plus 17% superannuation.
Three-year, fixed-term, full time position.
Curtin Bentley (Perth, Western Australia) based.
Job Reference: 735968 Are you keen to play an integral role in a project delivering real-word differences including enhancing safety in workplaces where hydrogen is being produced, stored and transported?
This project is funded by the Commonwealth Government's Trailblazer program, an industry partner and Curtin University.
The industry partner is Xcalibur Multiphysics, which flies airborne geosurveys and develops instruments for airborne geosurveys.
For information about Xcalibur see :- https://xcaliburmp.com This is an exciting opportunity to undertake academic research through an industry focused lens and will involve training from Trailblazer Fellows in industrial entrepreneurship!
Your new role We are seeking a passionate Research Associate to expand our expertise in opto-mechanics and undertake R&D associated with the development of LIDAR instrumentation based on Raman spectroscopy applied to the stand-off airborne detection of natural hydrogen gas emanating from sub-surface terrestrial sources.
Additionally, there is a focus on aspects of safety in the workplace, with the ultimate goal of detecting fugitive hydrogen gas emissions.
To be successful in this role, you will require a PhD in Engineering or be close to completion.
We are also interested in hearing from candidates who have equivalent combined academic qualifications and industry experience.
You will also be required to obtain Laser Safety certification.
In this role you will: Conduct High-Quality Research: Apply LIDAR and Raman spectroscopy to determine in real-time the concentration of fugitive emissions of hydrogen gas and associated fuels in industrial and urban environments where these gases and fuels are being manufactured or consigned.
Develop Industry-Relevant Project Objectives: Ensure that project objectives are aligned with industry needs and meet scheduled project milestones.
Collaborate Effectively: Engage in collaborative activities with team members, industry partners, affiliated associations, and the wider research community to advance project goals and foster professional relationships.
Please note you will require work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role to be considered.
Some relocation support may be provided for the right candidate.
About us The School of Electrical Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences (EECMS) is a uniquely rewarding workplace.
The school combines Curtin's core capabilities across electrical engineering, computing, physics, and mathematics to better understand and advance our data-driven world.
It has built substantial knowledge in machine learning, cyber security, statistics and optimisation, digital transformation, radio astronomy, the internet of things, signal processing, embedded systems, and renewable and power engineering.
Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking School where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of actuarial sciences education, work with talented students, and contribute to a thriving academic community.
About Curtin Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2023 rankings.
Curtin has campuses in Malaysia, Singapore, Dubai, and Mauritius, and delivers courses through more than 130 partner institutions worldwide.
We are an energetic and dedicated team of academics and professionals working to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research.
Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life.
In addition, we offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package including generous superannuation, salary packaging provisions and leave entitlements; health insurance, travel, technology and retail shopping discounts to name a few!
For more information about our university, please visit www.curtin.edu.au Join us!
Please provide a cover letter, your CV and separate document addressing the selection criteria (noted below) to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
Essential Criteria: PhD in Engineering or the Physical Sciences (or working towards) with experience in areas such as optical system design and/or spectroscopy Demonstrated relevant subject/discipline knowledge and knowledge and experience in relevant research techniques.
Demonstrated competency in a range of qualitative and quantitative research tasks.
Emerging research track-record/potential to conduct quality research and contribute productively to research teams under supervision.
Demonstrated high level organisational skills.
Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to the development of a collegial and supportive working environment and the ability to interact with students and staff with cross cultural sensitivity.
Desirable Criteria: Experience of working collaboratively with industry and community engagement.
Applications close: Monday, 7 October 2024 9.30AM AWST Applicants should note that any offer of employment is subject to completion of a National Police Records Check, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin's satisfaction.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of diverse gender, sex and sexuality, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on ****** or +61 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the vacancy reference number.
Disclaimer Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time.
We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.
Please note, only successful applicants will be contacted.
Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.
